events for thursdays
Amateur Night Auditions
5pm to 6:15pm
Second Thursday of the month
Adults and children of all ages, audition for your 15 minutes of fame for Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum’s talent competition - Amateur Night at the Ritz. There are spots open in the adult and youth categories for all upcoming shows. The Ritz is looking for singers, musicians, dancers, actors, poets, rappers, comedians and other talents to compete in the upcoming Amateur Night shows. Your piece must be no longer than 3 1/2 minutes. Auditions are closed to the viewing public. For more information and to verify audition dates, call 904-632-5555, ext. 237.
Ritz Theatre / 904-632-5555 / 829 North Davis Street / www.ritzlavilla.org
Art of the Spoken Word
7pm
The First Thursday of every month, the lobby of the Ritz is transformed into a stage for poets and poetry lovers. Poets of all ages can read their poetry at the podium and hear the poetry of others. Free. Ritz Theater and LaVilla Museum, 829 North Davis Street.
Ritz Theatre / 904-632-5555 / 829 North Davis Street / www.ritzlavilla.org
Christian Music Night
7pm to 9pm
$5 admission, and Christian Music all night. Price includes skate rental, or you can bring your own.
Skate Station Orange Park / 904-272-5600 / 230 Blanding Boulevard, Orange Park / www.skatestationfunworks.com
Ice Skating at Jacksonville Ice
11am to 1pm
Skate at Jacksonville's only ice skating facility. Jacksonville Ice holds public ice skating sessions weekly. Hours are Monday thru Friday 11am to 1pm; Tuesdays 7:30pm to 9:30pm (no charge for rentals); Fridays 7:30pm to 12midnight; Saturdays 2pm to 4pm and 8pm to 10pm (DJ Night); and Sundays 2pm to 4pm. Hours are subject to change.
Jacksonville Ice and Sportsplex / 904-399-3223 / 3605 Philips Highway / www.jaxiceandsportsplex.com
Ice Skating – Learn to Skate Class
4pm to 4:45pm
Basic Skills Learn to Ice Skate Class for the Snow Plow Sam (Tots) through six levels. This is a fun and relaxed environment for all ages. Groups are formed with skaters of similar age and skill for once a week classes. Ages 3 to 17 – 4pm to 4:45pm. Tuesday night public skating free to enrolled students.
Jacksonville Ice and Sportsplex / 904-399-3223 / 3605 Philips Hwy / www.jaxiceandsportsplex.com
Kid's Night
Thursdays
Bring the whole family for Kid's Night! The following restaurants offer activities, giveaways, food specials and more.
Chick fil A / 904-252-3112 / Butler Pointe Plaza, 7147 Philips Highway / 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Tijuana Flats / 904-242-0234 / 725-1 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach / 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Tom & Betty's / 904-387-3311 / 4409 Roosevelt Blvd / 4pm to 8pm
Click Here for a list of all Kids Nights and Kids Eat Free Restaurants
New Parents Class
7pm to 8pm
First Thursday of the Month
The Carithers Pediatric Group invites all expecting parents to attend a new parents class. Space is limited; call 904-387-6200, ext 111 to reserve a spot.
Carithers Pediatric Group / 904-387-6200 / 2121 Park Street / www.carithersgroup.com
Open Gym
6:30pm to 7:30pm
All ages invited for one hour of unstructured playtime in the gym. Open gym is available to both Members and Non-members. All currently enrolled children may attend all open gym times for free. Members who are not enrolled in a class are welcome to play for $5 and Non-members are invited to play for $7. Open Gym Times can vary by sessions.
JW Tumbles / 904-886-8323 / 13720 Old St. Augustine Road / www.jacksonville.jwtumbles.com
Open Skating
1pm to 5pm
Open Skate for $6.50 per person, admission includes skate rental.
Skate Station Mandarin / 904-880-7703 / 3461 Kori Road / www.skatestationfunworks.com
Open Skating
12pm to 5pm
Open Skate for $7 per person, admission includes skate rental.
Skate Station Orange Park / 904-272-5600 / 230 Blanding Boulevard, Orange Park / www.skatestationfunworks.com
Pop-In Playtime
9am to 12noon
Ages 2 to 6. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 12noon. Holidays excluded. Arrive at your leisure, stay as long as you'd like, leave at session end.
Parents and children, come and play on the giant, soft, fun-filled interactive inflatables during Pop-In Playtime. $7/child, adults free.
No Family Jump or Pop in Play the weeks of June 22nd, July 13th, or August 3rd.
Pump It Up / 904-646-1441 / 11840 Beach Blvd / www.pumpitupparty.com
Seaside Playgarden Puppet Show
4pm
All ages are welcome for a monthly puppet show. Shows begin promptly at 4pm.
Thursday September 24th
Thursday October 22nd
Thursday November 19th
Saturday December 5th - 3pm Beaches Green Market
Thursday January 28th
Thursday February 25th
Thursday March 25th
Thursday April 22nd
Thursday May 27th
Seaside Playgarden / 904-247-1314 / 223 8th Avenue South, Jacksonville Beach / www.SeasidePlaygarden.com
Special Needs Activity Class
7pm
Kids and adults with developmental disabilities can enjoy arts & crafts, computer time, and a snack every Thursday. No pre-registration required.
Basca / 904-568-6023 / 841 Plainfield Ave, Orange Park / www.bascainc.net
Storytime for Preschoolers
10am
Join us for storytime at Learning Express, Thursdays at 10am. We are located on Atlantic Blvd near San Pablo in the Harbour Village next to SteinMart
Learning Express /904-220-8691 / 13475 Atlantic Blvd. / www.learningexpress.com
Teddy Bear Thursdays
10am to 1pm
Pick out and create your own stuffed animal friend at the Teddy Bear Factory. Coloring activities with prizes for all, and a Wacky Worm ride for Adult & Child. $7.99 fore each child with a parent.
